Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities

Come explore our NEW 12 hour shift opportunities and NEW compensation structure!!!

Foundations Behavioral Health provides innovative behavioral health treatment and academic excellence to children, adolescents and young adults. Established in 1964, Foundations Behavioral Health provides treatment in a homelike environment located on a 12-acre campus in Bucks County, PA. Foundations provides a full continuum of care for children, adolescents, and young adults spanning hospitalization to outpatient and academic services.

We are looking for Full Time Mental Health Technicians for our 7:00 pm - 7:30 sam (3 days per week) with every other weekend and every other Holiday commitment

The Mental Health Technician participates in observing, reporting and recording of patient behaviors under the supervision of nursing. Responsible to help provide a safe and secure unit environment for all patients and staff in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.

All of UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, and placement. promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Qualifications

Must be compassionate about the care and safety of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Demonstrates and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders, and utilizes effective behavior management techniques to increase communication, socialization, and daily basic living skills.

Must be at least 21 years of age and have one of the following:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in an area of hum services, which includes, but may not be limited to the following psychology sociology, political science, counseling, criminal justice, pastoral counseling, elementary/special education, or family therapy

Or

High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent. PLUS a minimum of 2 years of experience (paid or unpaid) in a human service field. This experience must involve direct contact with the individual receiving services (i.e. coaching, teaching, case management, etc.)